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COVID-19
The UK is currently under a nation wide lockdown. Please do not travel.
From 5th January 2021, the UK is under a nation wide lockdown. You are only permitted to leave your home for medical reasons, to shop for essentials, to work if you cannot do so from home, for child care reasons or for exercise. It is advised that you stay local should you leave your house and to only go out with other people from your household or support bubble. Though exercise is permitted, please do not travel to or around Devon to do this, we would advise that you stick to your local community at this time. Please check gov.uk/coronavirus for all the latest information.
#KnowBeforeYouGo
The #KnowBeforeYouGo campaign was launched to help give you peace of mind when travelling, so make sure to check the below and ensure that you know, before you go! Once lockdown restrictions have been lifted, make sure to check these things before travelling.
- When planning your trip, make sure to check the latest information online to see what restrictions may be in place, particularly if you are visiting an attraction or eatery as many of these have limited capacity and will require advanced booking.
- Check to see which restaurants and bars etc are open and what they have in place, ie, whether you can eat in, take away or whether you need to book.
- Make sure to maintain a two meter distance when you are exploring and enjoying North Devon.
- Wear a face covering at all times on public transport and in enclosed spaces unless you are medically exempt.
- Make sure you have a bank card on you as many places are only accepting contactless or card payments at the moment.
- Make sure to keep washing your hands, there will be extra chances to wash your hands in shops and attractions, but it is always a good idea to keep a travel sized bottle of hand sanitiser on your person, just in case!
Where to find key information
The latest information regarding Coronavirus and travelling can be found on the official government website. Make sure to check your plans before you travel as open hours may vary and local lockdowns may prevent you from travelling. Please check directly with the attractions etc that you are planning to visit for the most up to date information.
If you are already in the UK and start to feel unwell with symptoms, do not visit attractions, restaurants or other areas, please self-isolate and contact the online coronavirus service to get further information.
What businesses are open?
Currently, only essential shops and businesses are open as per lockdown rules.
Both VisitEngland and the AA have launched new industry standard marks as a way of giving visitors peace of mind that every effort has been put into making businesses safe. Once restrictions have lifted, attractions, entertainment venues, eateries and accommodation providers will once again be open, look out for the Good to Go marks when booking for peace of mind.
